This park is a great picnic spot because of its scenic location on the Aroostook River, covered picnic tables, charcoal grills, and adjacent playground.
Downeast Maine
Castine Baseball FieldsWadsworth Cove Rd, Castine, ME 04421
The Castine Baseball Fields are actually located within Fort George Park, within what was once Fort George. A fun little side activity if you want to get some exercise and enjoy the fresh air!
Part of Castine Golf Club, the Castine Tennis Courts are open to the public and allow people of all ages to enjoy the wonderful sport of tennis. Lessons are available if you book ahead of time, and are held between the middle of June and Labor Day.
This property was used for centuries by settlers for salt hay production and raising cattle. In 2013, it was developed into a public space with over 2 miles of hiking trails and a wide variety of habitat perspectives.
Farmer and chef have teamed up and created the wonderful Wild Blueberry Land in 2001! Dell and Marie Emerson have built up quite the destination here in Columbia Falls, offering not only a unique architectural marvel, but a blueberry museum and shop that features delicious blueberry sweets.
Western Maine
Bass Park36 Lake Rd, Wilton, ME 04294
This public playground and park is a great place to stretch your legs and get some sunshine! The park has a great view of Wilson Lake and hosts live music events in the summer.
This lovely park is located right downtown in Fryeburg and hosts free concerts in the summer. Stop here for some fresh air or a picnic! The historic Marion Parsons House is also located just across the street.
Kineowatha Park14 Shea St, Wilton, ME 04294 | (207) 645-4825
This public park, maintained by the Town of Wilton, is a great place for a family picnic, with its public beach on Wilson Lake, sports fields, cookout area, playground, and walking trails.
Lake Pennesseewassee ParkRte 118, Norway, ME 04286
This public park, maintained by the Town of Norway, offers a beach and boat launch, volleyball and basketball courts, and a great playground and picnic area right alongside Lake Pennesseewassee!
This historic garden is one of the most beloved public gardens in Maine. For over 80 years the garden has offered a quiet place to visit and appreciate a wide variety of interesting native and imported plants and flowers. Nowadays the garden also offers events, classes, and plant sales, which are not-to-be-missed!
Mexico Rec Park Mexico, ME 04257
This spacious town park offers grilling sites and access to the Swift River. Stop here for the perfect family picnic spot!
This lovely park is situated near an old quarry that produced granite used to build Portland’s city hall, among many other buildings. The park offers a picnic area in a beautiful orchard, as well as an easy trail to a small area of the quarry that is still being worked today.
This park is located on the lovely Pine Island in the middle of the Androscoggin River. The park offers short trails with great river views, a boat put-in, and a picnic area.
